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Dec 2024
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Emotion – The Science Behind Feelings an...

Benjamin Boster & Glassbox Media
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Emotions: your brain’s built-in mood swings. From happiness to stress, these chemical reactions shape everything—especially your ability to relax. We explore how emotions work, why they keep you awake at night, and how understanding them might just help you sleep better.


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